All music museums to visit in France

Celebrate the universal language of music at 16 museums in France dedicated to musical heritage. These museums explore the history of music, instruments, and influential musicians.

Are you passionate about music and its history? Here are the top music museums in France:

  1. Palais Garnier1

    Palais Garnier

     Paris
    The Opéra Garnier, also known as Palais Garnier, is an opera house in Paris. It is located in the 9th arrondissement and is one of the most striking buildings in the French capital. This architectural masterpiece is a must-see for anyone visiting Paris, offering a glimpse into the city's rich cultural and artistic history.
  2. Musée des Explorations du Monde2

    Musée des Explorations du Monde

     Cannes
    Housing ancient items, artworks and musical instruments from all around the world, this museum is a perfect place for every history buff.
  3. Robert-Houdin House of Magic3

    Robert-Houdin House of Magic

     Blois
    La Maison de la Magie Robert-Houdin is a unique museum situated in the heart of the city of Blois, in the Loire Valley, France. The museum is conveniently located opposite the Royal Château de Blois, making it an easy addition to your itinerary when visiting the city. As the only public museum in Europe that combines collections of magic and a site for permanent performing arts, it offers a unique experience for visitors.
  4. Musée National des Arts Asiatiques - Guimet4

    Musée National des Arts Asiatiques - Guimet

     Paris
    Musée National des Arts Asiatiques - Musée Guimet is a French museum of Asian art in Paris. Although the museum now covers almost all of East Asia, focus is on archaeological pieces and classical oriental art, with few to no contemporary or ethnological pieces. There is however an extensive textile
  5. Palais Lascaris5

    Palais Lascaris

     Nice
    The Lascaris Palace, museum of ancient musical instruments (French: Palais Lascaris, musée des instruments de musique anciens) is an old aristocratic palace and musical instrument museum in the old city center of Nice in France. It dates from the first half of the 17th century and houses a collectio
  6. Musée de la musique6

    Musée de la musique

     Paris
    The Musée de la musique in Paris (Music Museum Paris) has a collection of hundreds of musical instruments collected by the Conservatoire de Paris. The museum collection includes instruments that were used in classical and folk music from the 15th century to the present. The collection of this Music
  7. Maison folie de Wazemmes7

    Maison folie de Wazemmes

     Lille
    La Maison Folie Wazemmes is a cultural facility located in Lille. It was opened during the event Lille 2004, when the city was named the European Capital of Culture. This establishment is a testament to the city's rich cultural heritage and its commitment to promoting arts and culture.
  8. Satie House and Museum8

    Satie House and Museum

     Honfleur
    The Satie Houses in Honfleur, Calvados in Normandy are the birthplaces of the renowned artist and classical music composer Erik Satie. Born in 1866, Satie spent his early years in these houses, which are now a museum dedicated to his life and work.
  9. La Gaite Lyrique9

    La Gaite Lyrique

     Paris
    La Gaîté Lyrique is a digital arts and modern music centre located on the site of the former Théâtre de la Gaîté in Paris. It includes the following performance venues: Large Hall (Grande Salle), the Small Hall (Petite Salle), and the Auditorium. Furthermore it includes a resource centre which funct
  10. Cité des Arts10

    Cité des Arts

     Besançon
    The Cité des Arts is a cultural and tourist center located in Besançon, in the Bourgogne-Franche-Comté region of France. It was designed by the French agency Archidev in collaboration with Japanese architect Kengo Kuma and was inaugurated on April 5, 2013. The center houses the Besançon Regional Conservatory and the Franche-Comté Regional Contemporary Art Fund.
  11. Tjibaou Cultural Centre11

    Tjibaou Cultural Centre

     Noumea
    The Tjibaou Cultural Centre, inaugurated in May 1998, is a significant cultural hub located in the French overseas territory of New Caledonia. It serves as a venue for cultural events of the indigenous Kanak people, along with hosting a variety of exhibitions, conferences, and concerts.
  12. Piano Museum12

    Piano Museum

     Limoux
    The Piano Museum in Limoux is home to a remarkable collection of pianos. The quality and interest of the hundred pieces on display make it a unique destination for music lovers and history enthusiasts alike. The collection spans from the 18th century to the present day, offering a comprehensive overview of the evolution of this beloved instrument.
  13. Museum of Musical Instruments13

    Museum of Musical Instruments

     Céret
    The Museum of Music of Céret, also known as MúSIC, is a unique destination for music lovers. Located in the French city of Céret, the museum houses a vast collection of musical instruments from around the world. It's an ideal place for those interested in music history and the evolution of musical instruments.
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    Flow, Euroregional Centre for Urban Culture

     Lille
    Flow, the Euroregional Centre for Urban Cultures, is a cultural facility located in Lille. It is dedicated to promoting urban cultures, including dance, music, and visual arts. Established in 2014 by the city of Lille, it is the first establishment in France entirely dedicated to urban cultures. It is located at the corner of Fontenoy and Arras streets in Moulins, a popular district of Lille.
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    Edith Piaf Museum

     Paris
    The Édith Piaf Museum is a private museum in Paris that is dedicated to Edith Piaf, who was a French singer, songwriter, cabaret performer and film actress and one of the country's most widely known international stars. The museum exhibits memorabilia of the artist: photographs, letters, scores, pos
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    Phono Museum

     Paris
    The phonograph is the first consumer product to have entered homes before radio and electricity. Today, the music industry is ubiquitous in our lives through television, radio, download sites, records and music broadcasting in most public places. In Paris, the Phono Museum illustrates the different